Master's Engineering Intern
MS-level Quality / Testing roles on Crosslinked list a median of $125k (14 that show pay). This posting does not list pay.
Support engineers with materials evaluation, testing and research on advanced materials for DoD systems.
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Why it is interesting. Exposure to testing of carbon-carbon composites and refractory metals in extreme environments for defense customers.
Might not be for you. Requires US citizenship and ability to obtain a security clearance; duties are described only generically.
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Adjacent materials role:Materials evaluation, testing and research; SRE tests advanced materials (carbon-carbon composites, refractory metals); master's in Mechanical or Materials Engineering
- Seniority
- Intern/Co-op
- Work
- On-site
- Type
- Internship
- Degree
- MS
- Industry
- Defense
- Role
- Quality / Testing
- Clearance
- Ability to obtain
- Visa
- US citizenship required
Role details
Job Descriptions:
GENERAL JOB SUMMARY: Kratos SRE is a market leader in testing, characterization, and understanding of advanced materials in extreme environments. From advanced carbon-carbon composites to complex refractory metals, KSRE brings world-class expertise and test facilities to the problems facing government and commercial customers in the aerospace, defense, and industrial sectors. Kratos SRE in Birmingham, AL is seeking a master's student to fill this internship while completing their master's curriculum. This position will be working as part of a team within the Thermo-Structural Systems Group.
This will entail supporting and assisting engineers with materials evaluation projects for systems within the Department of Defense and their government subcontractors. Additional duties include assisting other engineers in the facility and test development to push and research new technologies in the labs and propose testing efforts in support of RFP/RFQs.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
+ Materials evaluation
+ Testing, development and research
Other Job Functions
+ Other duties as assigned
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None Required Experience:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
+ U. S. Citizen
+ Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.
+ Currently pursuing master’s degree in mechanical or Materials Engineering
+ Strong analytical skills and creative problem-solving capabilities.
+ Ability to work well with others in a dynamic environment.
+ Strong verbal and written communication skills.
+ Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
+ Self-motivated to continually expand knowledge and skills related to this position.
Keyword: Master's Engineering Intern
Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. Disability Accessibility Accommodation If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply to our careers site, please send your request to [email protected] or call 858-964-2916. Any inquires not related to requesting an accommodation will be discarded.
Pay Transparency The company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Job Applicant Privacy Notice For applicants in the EU and California residents, please review our privacy notice.
From: Kratos Defense
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